Margerita D.o.p Recipe
San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Bufala Mozzarella, Basil, Garlic
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Ingredients
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Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Pizza Dough
If using homemade dough, prepare it according to your recipe or package instructions. Allow it to rise as necessary.
- 2
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to its highest setting (usually around 475°F or 245°C) about 30 minutes before baking.
- 3
Prepare the Sauce
In a small saucepan, gently heat the San Marzano tomato sauce over low heat. Add minced garlic and salt to taste. Simmer for about 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
- 4
Assemble the Pizza
On a floured surface, stretch or roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness. Transfer the dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread a thin layer of the prepared tomato sauce on the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 5
Add Cheese and Basil
Tear the Bufala mozzarella into chunks and distribute evenly over the sauce. Scatter fresh basil leaves on top.
- 6
Drizzle with Olive Oil
Drizzle olive oil over the top of the pizza.
- 7
Bake the Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 8
Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a minute, then slice and serve hot.